Veterans Day – What will you do?

I went to my nephews after-school program today to talk to the kids about Veterans Day. Next week they will be making holiday cards to send to the soldiers, and the teachers wanted them to be able to ask questions about the soldiers and what Joe’s unit is doing in Afghanistan.

Some of the kids were so knowledgeable about what it’s like for soldiers – asking if we had video-chatted often, if getting holiday cards made them sad that they were away from home, and sharing stories of their families members that were or are currently in the military. I was impressed by their knowledge already in the 3rd grade.

3rd Graders Salute our soldiers with Flat Joe

It made me really think about Veterans Day. Sure, its great to have the day off (if you do), and hopefully everyone takes a moment to think about the soldiers of years past, and those currently serving. There are many Veterans Day events going on around NY, so if you can catch one, do so.

If you can, send a Cup of Joe for a Joe, or send a card to a soldier. If you know someone overseas, send them a care package to let them know you are thinking of them. Or you can always make a donation to the USO or Operation Homefront.

Any touch of home means the world to a soldier – I have learned that this year more than any before. If you want to take 5 minutes out of your day and write a letter to a soldier, you can do so through Operation Gratitude, and send it to the address below.